Okla. officers on leave over April Fools’ Day 911 call falsely reporting baby thrown from car window
Oklahoma City dispatchers reportedly sent officers to the location of the call before learning it was a hoax
After NYPD detectives knocked on the door of a neighbor of a 21-year-old who was fatally shot, the man openly admitted that he had shot him
The Oklahoma state budget for fiscal year 2027 includes $6.75 million to fund a training academy for new troopers
The woman, who had cut herself and drank cleaning supplies after locking herself in a bathroom, said that she would “kill anyone who tried to help” her
The petition for a light sentence for Sgt. Erik Duran included signatures from federal agents, officers across the country and some cops worldwide
The new bill gives a state board the authority to decertify a sheriff and requires that decertified sheriffs be removed from office and replaced
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How critical leads get buried — and how to find them faster
What happens between the alert and the response — and why leadership decisions made early matter
What the data and the field reveal about where agencies lose candidates and how to keep them
From self-doubt to credibility tests, early-career challenges can define what comes next. This discussion explores how women navigate those pressures and build lasting career momentum
How automated reporting and synchronized dispatch and response can bridge staffing gaps and boost officer safety
How video, supported by connected data and automated tools, is shaping police response, reporting and post-incident review
The link between reduced burnout, improved retention and smarter workflows
The margin between prevention and response is shrinking — and the stakes are rising
Turn officer safety needs into competitive, fundable grant requests
Making diverse tools work together without increasing complexity
Separating myth from measurable outcomes in automated speed enforcement
Lessons from agencies that are improving efficiency, accuracy and officer safety
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A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for officer safety gear
Their maker, Visual Detection Systems, uses a novel plant-based formula to detect the deadly drug
How Laser Tech’s TruSpeed S Series brings LiDAR to more officers
By partnering with local schools, law enforcement can help teach important life skills
It facilitates speed, security and repeatable loadouts for today’s equipment-heavy vehicles
How stolen vehicles move seamlessly across international lines
Regardless of agency size or incident complexity, a streamlined response is achievable
Reduce investigative delays by connecting officers, analysts and investigators in real time
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Two police use of force experts examine the real-world consequences of restricting less-lethal tools and what it means for officer safety and protest policing
OFF DUTY
The skills that keep you steady on duty can leave you feeling exposed with the people you love
From policing communities to guiding anglers, one deputy’s second act proves there’s life beyond the badge
Stock up at 5.11 Tactical, grab a free meal at Chili’s, and enjoy more deals honoring U.S. military and first responders
These stores and restaurants are showing their gratitude to law enforcement officers with an abundance of discounts
An officer’s moving tribute to those who’ve worn the badge and now face the quiet struggle of life after service
From TSA compliance to real-world durability, these lock boxes earn high marks for officers who need lightweight, secure storage that performs under pressure
Building a positive off-duty identity, like Sgt. Andre Thomas’ work as a Sea World dolphin trainer, is vital for long-term wellness in public safety.
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
Bloodwork, CPAP therapy, supplements and nighttime routines can address hidden health issues that sabotage rest — and help officers sleep soundly again
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